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The loudest jobs in the world

What do construction workers, airport ground personnel and orchestral musicians have in common with bartenders and dentists?

Otosclerosis: symptoms & treatments

Otosclerosis is all to do with three bones within the middle ear: the malleus, the incus and the stapes. When one of these small bones gets stuck in place, it cannot vibrate, meaning you won’t be able to hear as well. Over time, the cochlea and hearing nerve are affected as well, which can result in permanent hearing loss.

Hearing and understanding – from sound to meaning

The auditory centre in the brain is a biological supercomputer that never takes a break. It analyses and processes incoming sound patterns around the clock and protects us from sensory overload.

Ear infections: advice on otitis media

Ear infections are common and at some point everyone is likely to have an ear infection at some point in their lives. We’d always recommend seeing your GP or an ENT specialist but most cases can resolve themselves after a few days.